Establishes the healthy and safe students act; requires comprehensive sexuality instruction for students in grades K-12 which includes a model curricula for comprehensive sexuality education and at a minimum conforms to the content and scope of national sexuality education standards.
Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires workplaces with designated lactation rooms to allow public access under specific conditions. It directly affects the public seeking breastfeeding or milk expression space, particularly in areas without nearby public building lactation rooms. Key conditions include: no covered public building lactation room within ½ mile, the room not being used by employees, the request made during public hours with one hour before closing, and no undue hardship to the business. The law applies immediately upon enactment and does not alter existing employer obligations for employee use.
Maddy summaryThe New York State Supplier Diversity Act (A 3714) creates a program to help LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses compete for state contracts. It establishes a certification process requiring these businesses to be at least 51% owned by eligible individuals (LGBT, disabled, or veterans) and certified by the Office of General Services. The law mandates the creation of a directory of certified businesses, which state agencies must consult when seeking suppliers for contracts over $25,000 (or $100,000 for real property). The Office of General Services will also provide resources to support these businesses' growth and participation in state contracting.
Enacts the "Big Five African Trophies Act" relating to banning the importation, transportation and possession of certain African wildlife species and products.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits food service businesses (like restaurants) and third-party delivery apps (like Uber Eats) from sending targeted push notifications or text messages to minors (under 18). It requires these platforms to verify a user's age by having them manually enter their birth date during account registration. If a user's birth date indicates they are a minor, the platform must not send any promotional or engagement-focused notifications designed to encourage app use. The law directly affects businesses and delivery services operating in New York, aiming to limit digital marketing to underage users.
Prohibits telephone corporations from charging a caller any increased rates, charges, or fees for long-distance or other calls without first notifying such caller.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows New York pharmacists to administer FDA-approved progestin-only contraceptive injections for birth control, expanding access to contraception. Pharmacists must complete a patient risk assessment, provide educational materials, and notify a patient's primary care provider (with opt-out allowed) before administering the injection. They must also complete required training and may refuse service if safety concerns exist. The law directly affects patients seeking contraception - particularly those without regular doctors - and pharmacists who provide this service.
Provides that an employee whose position is eliminated for certain reasons and who is subsequently transferred to a different agency be entitled to the same hourly salary; retain all accrued sick leave; retain, cash out or use all accrued vacation time; and be paid relocation expenses.
Sets out the procedures and requirements for special elections; implements a timetable for the special primary and special election, including the number of signatures required for the petition.
